# University in Italy

> University in Italy: 3-year bachelor’s degrees, 1–2 year master’s and 300+ programs taught in English. Application deadlines, scholarships and documents.

- Page: https://efceducation.com/en/italy/
- Language: English
- Last updated: 2026-11-01
- Türkçe sürüm: https://efceducation.com/italya/ (Markdown: https://efceducation.com/italya.md)
- Publisher: EFC Education

## University education in Italy

Most Italian universities rank in the world's top 500. Scholarships, affordable living costs and job prospects make Italy one of Europe's most popular choices.

## Italy at a glance

In Italy, undergraduate degrees usually take 3 years and master’s programs 1 or 2 years; most teaching is in Italian, but more than 300 programs are taught in English.

- **Undergraduate:** Usually 3 years; Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine 5–6 years
- **Master’s:** 1 or 2 years (60 or 120 credits; thesis or internship required)
- **Language of teaching:** Mostly Italian; more than 300 programs in English
- **Undergraduate applications:** November–May
- **Master’s applications:** January–April (for a September–October start); registration in June–July
- **Language (master’s):** At least B1 for English
- **Universities:** Public universities or private universities recognised by YÖK
- **Rankings:** Most Italian universities are in the world’s top 500

## Undergraduate

### Programs and duration

Undergraduate degrees usually take 3 years; Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine take 5–6 years. Most programs are in Italian, but more than 300 are taught in English. You can choose public universities or private universities recognised by YÖK.

### Application process

Applications run from November to May. Some programs admit by exam or interview, others without an exam. After acceptance, pre-enrolment and the visa process begin, and you can apply for scholarships.

## Master's

A rich cultural heritage and experienced faculty, with a globally recognised degree and internship opportunities.

### Programs and duration

Programs usually last 1 or 2 years. One-year programs include industry training and an internship. They are completed with 60 or 120 credits, and a thesis or internship is required.

### Deadlines

For programs starting in September or October, apply between January and April. Accepted students complete registration in June or July. Apply early.

### Required documents

- University and high school diplomas
- Transcript
- CV
- Motivation and reference letters
- Language certificate (at least B1 for English)
- Passport and photo
- Portfolio (architecture and design)

## Our consultancy services

EFC Education offers students who want to study abroad:

- Research of suitable schools and application support
- Visa application procedures
- Accommodation and flight arrangements
- Orientation and technical support

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